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Birthstone Spotlight: Ruby

Birthstone Spotlight: Ruby

From the ancient kings who treasured the ruby to Dorothy’s ruby slippers to ruby rings on modern-day red carpets, the July birthstone dazzles, and there’s no denying its timeless appeal. As one of the four classic precious gemstones, the ruby has a long history of making a stunning statement, and pieces of ruby jewelry have […]

Jewelry Trend Update: Wearing the Layered Look

Jewelry Trend Update: Wearing the Layered Look

Layering is the name of the game this summer! While this is a season of statement pieces that can define an outfit, it’s also the season of statement looks, created by combining multiple rings, bracelets or necklaces in a way that’s unique to your personal fashion sense. From gold chains to bangle bracelets, there are […]

Cushion-Cut Gemstone Rings: A Classic Cut With Modern Class

Cushion-Cut Gemstone Rings: A Classic Cut With Modern Class

What do the Hope Diamond and the Logan Sapphire (the largest sapphire in the world) have in common? Both gorgeously display the cushion cut! This rounded-off square cut may look modern, but it’s actually a blast from that past that’s enjoying new popularity, both in vintage and modern styles. Apples of Gold’s selection of gemstone […]

London Blue Topaz Jewelry: Perfect for Any Season

London Blue Topaz Jewelry: Perfect for Any Season

Looking for a piece with rich blue color that’s perfect for any season? Shop Apples of Gold’s London blue topaz jewelry! By featuring the deepest shade of blue topaz, a striking blue that’s a little lighter than that of a sapphire, these rings and earrings provide elegance that’s always rich and always just right.   […]

Sapphire Rings: Three Takes on a Classic Stone

Sapphire Rings: Three Takes on a Classic Stone

The allure of a sapphire is nothing new. The ancient Persians believed that the earth rested upon a giant sapphire, and the rich blue hue of this gem has been admired for thousands of years by cultures spanning the globe. However, just because this gem has a long history doesn’t mean that its possibilities have […]

Gemstones for the 4th of July Part 3: Blue Gemstones

Gemstones for the 4th of July Part 3: Blue Gemstones

The 4th of July is almost here, which means that it’s the perfect time to show your true-blue love for the U.S.A! A piece of jewelry with a blue gemstone is a lovely way to celebrate your allegiance to your county and do it in style, and you have a number of striking options. Today, […]

Gemstones for the 4th of July Part 2: White Gemstones

Gemstones for the 4th of July Part 2: White Gemstones

What could be more versatile than a white gemstone? Today, in the second blog in a series on patriotic gemstones, we’ll look at four gems that, while lacking in color, are anything but short on class. Diamond You can’t talk about white gemstones without mentioning the most timeless and dazzling of stones: the diamond. No […]

Pearl Strands: How to Wear Them from Sunday Morning to Saturday Night

Pearl Strands: How to Wear Them from Sunday Morning to Saturday Night

Pearls have an unmatched ability to make whatever you’re wearing seem instantly elegant. However, while this elegance makes pearl necklaces a great pick for the most formal of occasions, these pieces aren’t just for the rare events when you don an evening gown. The many personalities of pearls make them lovely picks for all but […]

Best Gemstone Rings of 2013

Best Gemstone Rings of 2013

The best gemstone rings of 2013 all share two things in common: each one has a brilliant glittering stone and the perfect setting to match. Let’s look at the top five gemstone rings of the year. Vintage styles, especially those inspired by the 1920s, are big this year, and gemstone rings are no exception to […]

Sunny Citrine Rings for Summer!

Sunny Citrine Rings for Summer!

Summer is officially here! Whether it’s felt like the warm season for weeks in your neck of the woods or you’re just starting to transition to short sleeves, the official beginning of summer signifies that the season of long, sunny days has arrived. Citrine rings are the perfect pieces for this sunniest of seasons: their […]